Épicerie Québécoise - Chez Boulay

Michael

5.0

Having eaten at Chez Boulay the previous night , I was delighted to find out that they have a bakery Chez Boulay Comptoir Boreal .

This is a small bakery meets mini market store that sells baked goods, desserts & pastries (some of which are gluten free) & frozen items . Many products to go through & purchase .

However I was here for the breakfast pastries . The display case was full of treats such as muffins , fruit brioche , swirled praline filled pastry , pinwheel croissants with cranberries , croissants filled with praline & many more .

I got the croissant roll swirl pinwheel topped with sweet cranberries & a local spice called melilot (which essentially is a version of clover ). Unbelievable flavor . The quality of the butter mixed with the cranberry & the sweet almost honey flavored clover of the melilot was incredible.

I also purchased their version of of stuffed croissant with caramelized praline topped with pumpkin seeds . The croissant was flaky on the outside & moist delicious praline on the inside . A real treat & something different from the classic almond stuffed croissant .

Both were truly memorable & outstanding quality products .

My only disappointment & observation was that for a high quality & higher end produce store they did not have a barista or make their own coffee , instead it is a self service coffee machine .

Other than this observation, the bakery store is amazing

Raymond

5.0

What a charming local bakery & bodega. This has a large variety of baked goods & food. This is a small take-out over-the-counter spot for pastries & snacks. The food has a northern influence. The packaging is very distinct & it makes a gift very special.

Madam

4.0

Chez Boulay, the celebrated bistro in Old Quebec, was opened by renowned chefs Jean-Luc Boulay & Arnaud Marchand, known for their creative approach to boreal cuisine. The menu offers a delightful exploration of local products & traditional French techniques, with a particular focus on game meats & regional ingredients. Our dinner featured hearty dishes like duck breast & grilled meats, alongside more unique offerings such as bison & a delectable sea buckthorn tartlet for dessert. The atmosphere is welcoming, enhanced by attentive & enthusiastic service. Our waiter's charm & animated interactions added a touch of humor to the experience. With its excellent quality-to-price ratio, Chez Boulay stands out as a must-visit for those eager to taste the flavors of Quebec's terroir.

Jessy

5.0

Great local store. Staff were super friendly & professional. Croissant were sold out but desserts were fantastic! Beautiful presentation & delicious!! C'est parfait!!